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“if you are hardworking and sufficiently talented, then the only variable that matters is project selection”
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What It Means
For capable people, choosing what to work on matters more than how hard you work on it
Why It Matters
Talented people often waste years on mediocre opportunities that would never create significant value
When It's True
When you have proven execution ability and multiple options
When It's Risky
When you're still learning fundamental skills or have limited options
How to Apply
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Ruthlessly evaluate opportunity quality
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Choose projects with founder-fit
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Consider opportunity cost of time
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Avoid projects based on ego
Example Scenario
“Skilled developer chooses B2B SaaS over consumer app because market dynamics and monetization are more favorable despite personal preference for consumer”